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A service to help people facing challenges securing a job started in Warkworth last month.
New Zealand’s largest free employment service, Workbridge, now has consultants available in the Warkworth Town Hall every Wednesday from 10am to 3pm.
Consultant Mark Kelly says Workbridge can assist jobseekers who face specific barriers to employment such as those suffering from depression, anxiety, schizophrenia, bipoloar disorder or any kind of physical disability.
Jobseekers must be aged between 16 and 64, not currently employed and be New Zealand citizens.
Mr Kelly says Workbridge decided to come to Warkworth because of growth in the area and the fact that there is no other comparable service.
Consultants can help clients with practicalities such as CV preparation, dressing appropriately for interviews and conducting mock interviews to build confidence.
“The aim is for them to have more confidence and interview as well as someone who does not have a challenge or barrier to employment,” Mr Kelly says.
Once a client has secured a job, Workbridge, which is funded by the Ministry of Social Development, provides 12 months of ongoing support – phoning clients regularly to check how things are working out.
Clients wishing to use the service are encouraged to register and make an appointment. This can be done by Freephone 0508 858 858 or online at workbridge.co.nz.
